Climbers
Including new Patio Climbers - neat, compact and flower from top to bottom
These are
roses for growing on walls, fences, arches, pergolas and trees.
We have
included climbers and ramblers under this section.
They have a
whole range of flowers - some large and formal, others in great clusters of
small blooms.
They have
different flowing periods. Some flower only in the early summer, but others
have a second flush to give you colour right through the autumn. Check on each
variety's profile to see their flowering period. If you do choose a summer
flowing variety, try planting a late-flowering clematis with it to give you
even more colour.
We have split
our climbing roses into three size bands:
Small - up to
10ft (300cm)
Medium - 10-15 ft (300-450cm)
Large - over 15ft (450cm
+)
The key to
growing climbers successfully is to encourage the growth of side shoots that
will give you more flowers. The way to do this is to train the main shoots
horizontally because this will encourage side shoots to grow. Don't let these
shoots go straight-up. So, if you are growing them on a wall or fence, train
the main shoots horizontally, like a ladder. If you are growing one up an arch,
twist the shoots back and forth to give you lots of horizontal growth.
Each variety
has its spread listed. This is how much room you will need to plant them
apart.
To learn how
to prune climbing roses, click
here.
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